OEM GM Belts

There are a number of belts in your vehicle, and each belt is designed to power other parts. There is a belt that drives your power steering pump, a belt that keeps your fan running, and a belt that runs the camshaft. Belts play an integral part in the continuing operation of your engine, and if they go out, they can cause significant damage to your vehicle.

If your power steering belt breaks or gets stretched too far, the worst thing that will happen is that your power steering will stop working, but should your fan belt go, your engine can overheat because the water in the radiator will get too hot. The serpentine belt keeps parts like your water pump, alternator or air conditioner running in your Equinox, Silverado 2500 or Camaro, and a timing belt drives the camshaft in your vehicle.

A genuine OEM GM part is best suited as a replacement part because it is made to fit your vehicle exactly as the factory designed it. A belt that is not a specific fit can be too loose to get the best performance, or it can be a poorer quality, meaning it could stretch or break a lot sooner than a factory belt.

Belts need to be replaced during regular maintenance, and the recommended mileage and service information will be found in your owner’s manual. If you fail to replace a belt, the belt can break and cause a lot of additional damage.